TENNANT 1250527 i-Charge 2 Plus Battery charger User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: TENNANT

i-charge® 2 Plus
Battery charger
User manual
Model Part No.: 1250527

Date: 09/25/2020
Version: v.1.01

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Preface

Thank you for purchasing the i-charge® 2 Plus. The i-charge 2 Plus is made to charge ipower batteries in a short amount of time. The quick exchange i-power battery system makes our battery powered machines a real cleaning workforce. With 2 sets of i-power batteries you can clean 24/7. Waiting for your i-power batteries to charge is a thing of the past. You can charge your batteries up to 4 times quicker with the i-charge 2 Plus! With the i-stack®, the icharge 2 Plus can be stacked to upload multiple batteries at the same time.
The i-charge 2 Plus is easy to use when you follow the instructions. Please read the user manual carefully. Become familiar with the correct operation and maintenance procedures. Store the manual in a safe place. The manual is an essential part of the i-charge 2 Plus and must be handed over to the new owner upon resale or exchange. Each i-charge 2 Plus has a unique serial number that can be found on the bottom of the body. Your i-team partner may need this number.
When this manual refers to “the manufacturer” this means: Future Cleaning Technologies B.V., an affiliate company of i-team in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. When this manual mentions “the partner” your local i-team resell and support service partner is referred to.

Purpose of the user manual

The purpose of the user manual is to provide the user with information during the life of the icharge 2 Plus in such a way that the i-charge 2 Plus is used correctly, efficiently and safely, even in the event of reasonably foreseeable misuse.
The user manual contains instructions regarding: x personal operator safety; x intended and non-intended use of the i-charge 2 Plus; x instructions for daily use; x maintenance instructions; x storage conditions; x disposal of the i-charge 2 Plus.
These instructions must be considered to avoid risks that could lead to physical and/or material damage.

Target audience

This user manual is intended for operators of the i-charge 2 Plus and their supervisors, as well as partners and importers.

Operators of the i-charge 2 Plus

The i-charge 2 Plus may only be operated by a person who:

has correctly read and understood the instructions in this manual;
is trained by an experienced operator who has read and understood the instructions in this manual.

Reading guide

The following symbols and terms are used throughout this manual to alert the reader to safety issues and important information:

Symbol	Term	Explanation
WARNING	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if the safety instructions

are not followed, can lead to injuries of the operator or bystanders, light and/or moderate damage to the product or the environment.
| CAUTION| Indicates a hazardous situation which, if the safety instructions are not followed, can lead to light and / or moderate damage to the product or the environment.
| ATTENTION| Indicates a liability situation, where the manufacturer or its partners and affiliates cannot be
held accountable for damages caused by noncompliance.
| BATTERIES| Indicates a battery-operated machine, where batteries must be charged according to the
instructions in this user manual. Batteries must be disposed of according to your local laws and regulations.

Introduction

The i-charge® 2 Plus is easy and safe to use. You will be surprised how fast and effective the i-charge 2 Plus is. This manual helps you get started and explains the operation and maintenance procedure.
This manual is intended for those who work with the i-charge 2 Plus and perform daily maintenance. The manual must be read in full before the first actions. This manual describes the correct method of use, safety measures, maintenance and transport.
i-team continuously improves all their products based on user experience and feedback. Any deviations between the texts and/or images from the manual and your i-charge 2 Plus can therefore arise from the difference in model or from possible changes due to continuous development and innovation.

Intended use of the product

The i-charge 2 Plus should be used indoors in a dry and well ventilated open environment.
ONLY use original Lithium-ion batteries provided and certified by the manufacturer.

Non-intended use of the product

WARNING
Non-intended use can have consequences for the safety of operators and bystanders and will void the warranty on the product.
The i-charge 2 Plus is not intended for use outdoors or in a wet or closed environment. Do not charge non-original batteries or non-rechargeable batteries with the i-charge 2 Plus. Alternative products will void the manufacturer’s warranty, more importantly they may also cause serious harm to the operator. Non-original batteries, for instance, can burst open.

Modifications

It is not permitted to make modifications to the design of the i-charge 2 Plus without consultation and permission from the manufacturer. This affects the warranty, see section 1.5.

Figure 1

Specifications

Product size:| 265 x 214 x 110 mm | 10.4″ x 8.4″ x 4.3″
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Weight: 1.2| 1.2 kg | 2.6
Battery capacity:| 2 batteries
Power supply:| 100-240 V, 1A max 50/60 Hz per side
Fuse| 6.3 A / 300 ms
Output voltage:| DC 29.4 V per side
Charge current:| 2.5 A per side
Standby power:| 2 W
Average charging time:| i-power 9: 4 hours; i-power 14: 6 hours
Operation temperature and humidity:| 5 C – 40 C: 20% – 90% RH, no condensing
Storage temperature and humidity:| 10 C – 85 C : 10% – 95% RH, no condensing

Warranty

The i-charge® 2 Plus should only be operated with the materials supplied. Using alternative supplies may cause damage to the i-charge 2 Plus and may cause a risk to the operator. The use of alternative supplies voids manufacturer’s warranty.

Identification

Each i-charge 2 Plus has a unique serial number that can be found on the bottom of the body. Your i-team partner may need this number.
Explanation type plate:

Figure 2

Item number: S.72.0299.XXX
Description: Battery charger
Serial number:

Description

The compact i-charge® 2 Plus is designed to charge 2 batteries in parallel.

Figure 3

The i-charge 2 Plus consists of:

Legend

The battery charge displays.
The power cable.
The main body.
The ON/OFF switch.

Battery charge displays

When the batteries are charged, the number of colored bars will go up from one bar that blinks (which indicates that the batteries are almost empty) to three bars that burn continuously (which indicates that the batteries are full and ready to use).

Figure 4

Safety

Safety comes first, therefore please take time to read and understand these safety instructions. Improper use can cause harm or void the manufacturer’s warranty.

General Safety Instructions

WARNING
DO NOT operate the i-charge® 2 Plus with wet or moist hands.

Batteries

CAUTION
During normal operation the 24 V batteries cause no safety hazard on their own. Please keep in mind the following safety instructions:

do not crush, pierce or damage in any way;
do not heat or incinerate;
do not shortcircuit;
do not dismantle;
keep the batteries dry;
only charge between 5 °C ~ 40 °C / 41 °F ~ 104 °F;
only use between 5 °C ~ 45 °C / 41 °F ~ 113 °F.

Risks during operation

CAUTION
Do not operate the i-charge® 2 Plus:

unless you have read and understood this manual;
under temperatures of 0 C/32 F;
near flammable dusts, liquids or vapors;
near flammable liquids like gasoline or oil, acids or volatile substances;
outdoors or in an explosive environment;
if it is dirty or wet;
over electrical floor outlets, to avoid electric shocks;
if any parts have been damaged or removed.

WARNING
If exposure to any battery chemicals happens, act as follows:
Contact to the eyes:

flush the eyes with plenty of water for a minimum of 15 minutes, lift the upper and lower eyelid occasionally;
seek medical attention.

Inhalation:

vacate from the exposure environment and move to an environment with fresh air immediately;
seek medical attention.

Ingestion:

give at least two glasses of milk or water. Induce vomiting unless the person is unconscious;
seek medical attention.
do not block the cooling fan inlet;
do not remove the warning decals;
do not use the power cable to unplug or to carry the i-charge 2 Plus;
do not charge wet or damaged batteries;
do not cover the i-charge 2 Plus during usage;
ensure that the main voltage is identical to that mentioned on the identification plate on the i-charge 2 Plus;
only use the i-charge 2 Plus in an environment that is well ventilated and has a good heat dissipation.

Transport and storage

CAUTION
The storage environment should not contain corrosive gasses. There should be no magnetic fields. Vibrations should be avoided.

Assembly and installation

Unboxing

Figure 5

The i-charge® 2 Plus is packed in 1 box.

Legend

1x power cable
1x i-charge 2 Plus battery charger
1x this user manual

Assembly

Connect the power cable (Figure 6, pos 1) to the connector at the back side of the icharge 2 Plus.

Figure 6

Operation

Before you start

check the i-charge® 2 Plus for damage; x check the battery for damage.

Operation

Plug the main power cable into the wall socket (Figure 7, pos 1).
Align each battery with the charging dock (Figure 7, pos 2) and insert each battery, until you hear a “click”. The batteries are now fixated and ready for charging.
Figure 7
The two displays (Figure 8, pos 1) indicate the charge level of the batteries.
When the batteries are fully charged the displays indicate three bars. See also section 2.1.
Figure 8
Press the plastic clips of the battery (Figure 9, pos 1) slightly towards each other.
Pull out the batteries.

Figure 9

After operation

Wait 10 seconds after charging before you insert a new battery for loading. This will allow the memory of the i-charge® 2 Plus to reset.

Cleaning and storage

Cleaning

It is recommended to clean the i-charge 2 Plus with a damp cloth every once in a while.

Storage

store the i-charge 2 Plus in a dry environment;
batteries can be stored separated from the charger or left on the charger. When left on the charger the batteries will not drain;
for long term storage, fully charge the batteries and remove them from the charger.

Maintenance

Maintenance and repairs should only been done by manufacturer authorized personnel.

Trouble shooting

Problem	Cause	Solution
No power	Power cable not correctly inserted	Check if power cable is inserted

correctly.
ON/OFF switch off| Turn on ON/OFF switch.
No display| N/A| Bring the i-charge® 2 Plus to your iteam
partner.
Battery not working after full recharge| Potentially faulty battery| Try with other battery first, if that one
works, call your i-team partner.

Decommissioning and disposal

ATTENTION
It is the responsibility of the i-charge® 2 Plus owner to dispose of the product. At the end-of-life the i-charge 2 Plus still contains volatile materials and must be disposed of according to your local laws and regulations regarding recycling of electrical equipment.
Batteries also must be disposed of according to your local laws and regulations regarding recycling of electrical equipment. See also the User Manual of the i-power 9® and the i-power

Original user manual, written in the English Language

Tennant Company
10400 Clean Street, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-2650
Telephone: 800-553-8033
Internet: www.tennantco.com
Model: i-charge 2 Plus Product code: 1250527